Asus

ASUS ROG Ally Handheld Gaming Console (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor | 7" Full HD 120Hz IPS 500nits Touchscreen | 16GB

Gaming

Our Take

The ASUS ROG Ally is a Windows-based handheld gaming PC targeting players who want PC gaming flexibility in a portable form factor. It competes directly with the Steam Deck but runs full Windows 11, making it compatible with virtually any PC game library. This is a renewed (refurbished) unit, so pricing reflects that.

Key Features

AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, ASUS's top-tier Ally chip built specifically for handheld gaming workloads

7-inch Full HD (1920×1080) IPS touchscreen running at 120Hz with 500 nits peak brightness

16GB LPDDR5 RAM soldered to the board — not user-upgradeable

512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD with a microSD slot for storage expansion

AMD Radeon RDNA 3 integrated graphics capable of running many modern titles at medium-to-high settings

Full Windows 11 Home install, meaning access to Steam, Xbox Game Pass, Epic, and GOG out of the box

Our Verdict

A strong pick for PC gamers who want their existing library on the go and are comfortable managing Windows. The Z1 Extreme version justifies the premium over the base model. Those wanting a simpler, polished experience should consider the Steam Deck, and anyone wary of refurbished goods should seek a new unit.

What We Like

Z1 Extreme chip offers noticeably stronger gaming performance than the base Z1 model
Full Windows compatibility gives access to a far broader game library than closed platforms
120Hz display is genuinely smooth for a handheld, and brightness holds up reasonably in daylight

Things to Consider

Battery life is modest — demanding games can drain it in under two hours at full performance
Windows on a handheld remains fiddly; menus and launchers aren't optimised for controller input
Renewed status means condition and remaining warranty vary — check seller terms carefully before purchasing
Runs warm under sustained load, with fan noise that becomes audible during intensive sessions

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